The lifeguards are on Eastbourne’s beaches between the pier and Wish Tower from May 1 through to September 30.

The town’s manned lifeguard station and first aid post is near Wish Tower and is open from 10.30am each morning although this will vary across the season and is dependent on weather.

Head lifeguard Garry Cairns said: “We are looking forward to bringing our fantastic team of lifeguards back on duty for the spring and summer season.

“Ensuring the safety of swimmers is paramount and the residents of Eastbourne and visitors to our beaches can rest assured that they are being taken care of while they enjoy themselves.

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“As always, we would like to encourage the public to remain vigilant of the tides and conditions whenever they are entering or swimming in the sea.

“It’s important people do not swim when there is a red flag flying and that they protect themselves in the sun by drinking plenty of water, reapplying sun cream often, and wearing a hat and T-shirt for extra protection."

Last season the team responded to emergencies in the water ranging from swimmers and kayakers getting into difficulty to casualties at sea, along with first aid incidents, including cuts, grazes and heatstroke.